Making a beeswax candle using silicone molds

1. Preparation of the mold

When pouring candles with a complicated pattern, the mold should be sprayed with silicone spray on the inside so that the finished candle can be removed from the mold more easily. Then cut the wick to the correct length (it must be longer than the mold) and pull it through the center of the mold. Next, place rubber bands around the mold (this holds two-part/cut molds together and prevents wax from flowing out). Finally, insert a toothpick into the end of the wick and pull it tight. For tea lights, a nail can also be useful as a placeholder for the wick.

2. Fill the mold with wax

Heat the beeswax slowly in a water bath. It should be neither too cold nor too hot. The melting range of beeswax is typically between 61 and 65 °C. Pour the wax in slowly so that it reaches all the recesses. The curing time of the wax depends on the size of the silicone mold. Note that beeswax has a natural tendency to heat up very quickly.

3. Removing the candle from the mold

Once the wax has hardened and cooled (ideally leave it overnight), remove the rubber bands, open the mold, and carefully remove the candle. Then remove the toothpick and cut the wick at the base, leaving about 1 cm at the top of the candle. The final step in completing the candle is to “work” the bottom of the candle with a knife (if the candle needs to be straightened, a warm plate can be helpful) and dip the end of the wick into warm wax.

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